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Protecting Nature from Climate Change: New Strategies and Cooperation

This act aims to protect fish, wildlife, and plants in the U.S. from the effects of extreme weather and climate change. It establishes new cooperative structures between federal, state, and tribal governments to more effectively manage natural resources and reduce costs. Citizens can expect better environmental protection, impacting access to clean water, air, and recreational opportunities.
Key points
Establishment of a working group to coordinate efforts for nature's adaptation to climate change, involving federal, state, and tribal representatives.
Development and regular updating of a national strategy for the protection of fish, wildlife, and plants, incorporating the latest scientific data.
Creation of a National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center to provide information and tools for combating the effects of climate change.
Requirement for states to develop their own adaptation plans to qualify for funding for protective actions.
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Print number: 117_S_1420
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2021-04-28